Podcast Episodes

Don't Call It a Comeback: House Music is Alive and Well in its Hometown

Some will say House music is having a “moment,” thanks to the release of Beyoncé’s new single, “Break My Soul,” as well as the new album from Drake “…

3 years, 9 months ago

The Biggest Wins (and Losses) on Primary Day

Voters in Illinois headed to the polls Tuesday to cast their ballots for Democratic and Republican nominees for local, state, and federal offices. Th…

3 years, 9 months ago

Street Performer Andrew David Sings Life Into the Loop

In case you couldn’t tell from the heat, summertime Chi is here. That means along with the tourists descending on the Loop, you’re also hearing the s…

3 years, 9 months ago

IL and PA Expect Influx of Abortion Patients as Roe Reversal Hits Nearby States Hard

We knew it was coming. But on Friday, the country officially entered a post-Roe v. Wade world, where abortion is no longer a constitutional right. Il…

3 years, 9 months ago

For Many in Chicago, the Pre-Roe World Meant a Call to the Janes

This episode was originally published on June 7, 2022.

The reversal of Roe v. Wade won’t end abortion — it will make access to safe abortion much more…

3 years, 9 months ago

Citadel Moves to Miami, Cook County Assessor’s Race Heats Up. Plus, AEW Comes to Town.

Summer officially started this week, and the City Cast Chicago team has put together a little summer bucket list to get you through the next few mont…

3 years, 9 months ago

Amid Uncertain Abortion Access, New Play Centers the Fight in Englewood

In her new play “The Billboard,” journalist, author, and playwright Natalie Moore tells the story of a fictional abortion clinic in Englewood and its…

3 years, 9 months ago

The Fly Honeys Are Back to Celebrate All Bodies

Are you familiar with The Fly Honeys? What was once a multi-weekend, sold-out production for a decade is being tailored to Thalia Hall for Pride this…

3 years, 9 months ago

Don't Just Guess. Here's a Guide to Voting for Judges.

The political lore in Chicago used to be that if you didn’t know which judges to vote for, you should just pick the most Irish-sounding name. Really,…

3 years, 9 months ago

Remembering Mama Gloria

Trans activist "Mama Gloria" Allen died this week at the age of 76. To honor her memory, we're resharing our conversation with her from December.

In t…

3 years, 9 months ago